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2nd Gen RCD/Bilstein 5100 Shocks

Discussion in 'Downsouth Motorsports' started by Downsouth Motorsports, Jan 27, 2012.

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  1. Nov 23, 2012 at 8:50 PM
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    well im wanting lift so 5100's set at 1.75 and 885's will give me how much lift? and will it ride super hard?
     
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  2. Nov 23, 2012 at 8:57 PM
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    im sorry im just so damn confused with all these diff damn settings grrrrr,no off roading for me since im a prerunner, i just want to fit 285's with a nice meaner stance....so im guessing somewhere around 2.5 to 3" of lift what will be the best way to get this 5100's set at o with 885's? and still have a decent ride
     
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  3. Nov 23, 2012 at 9:41 PM
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    That's the set up I have and it rides good. Mines a little harsher because I run E-rated tires. If you arent planning to get armor you might want to think about going with 884's.
     
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  4. Dec 4, 2012 at 3:58 PM
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    i'm from ohio, decided on these shocks this afternoon, was not close to computer to order, had the number from talking to you guys earlier, just wanted to say thanks for taking my order so they would be on the way......
     
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  5. Dec 4, 2012 at 4:09 PM
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    Go with Maxtrac spindles and leave your coils and shocks alone, you're a Prerunner. You will get 3.75-4" of lift to clear the 285's and your ride will be stock. In the back do an AAL and call her done.

    Maxtrac spindles sell for $511 and AAL are really easy on the wallet.

    Or you can preload the coils with the shocks to clear bigger tires, but your truck will ride like shit.
     
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  6. Dec 19, 2012 at 10:35 PM
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    I searched and could not find the answer i was looking for.

    What is the difference between the regular 5100's and the RCD 5100's?
    different valving?
    which is better for offroading?

    thanks!
     
    trooper12, Dec 19, 2012
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  7. Dec 20, 2012 at 4:31 AM
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    2017 4-Runner Dirt King Long Travel King 2.5 Coil-Over / 2.5 Bypass Front and Rear ICON Rear Upper and Lower Arms ICON Rear 2" Springs 285 x 70 x 17 Toyo Tires on 17" x 8" ICON Wheels
    The RCD and Bilstein 5100's are the same shocks.
    Bilstein Private labels the shock for RCD, but the shock is still stamped
    Bilstein.
    Bother versions will give you the same performance on and off road.
    Hope this helps..




     
    Downsouth Motorsports, Dec 20, 2012
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  8. Dec 20, 2012 at 9:02 AM
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    thanks! i was under the assumption they were different valving. I will be ordering a set from you in the near future :)
     
    trooper12, Dec 20, 2012
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  9. Dec 29, 2012 at 5:35 PM
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    About to pull the trigger on the 5100's! :yay:

    Just a bit confused on which rears are in stock and back order? Is the opening link for the set of 4 the standard rears or the +1"? I'm still mixed about doing .85 or 1.75. So I'm unsure which rears I will need?

    May try to get the rear leaf tsb approved before ordering.
     
    TacoDawgfan, Dec 29, 2012
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  10. Dec 30, 2012 at 9:37 AM
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    Good morning,
    If you have a non-tsb and a 1" AAL or just a non-tsb and no AAL or a TSB and no AAL then you would run standard rear 5100's..(0"- to 1.5" Lift) # BE5-C478-T0 or the Bilstein # BE5-C476-H0.

    If you have a TSB and a Rear 1.5" AAL then you would run the (3"-to 4" Lift) ones # BE5-B110-T0 and you would need to modify your bumps so the shock did not bottom out before the suspension does. These are on back order until Feb. 2013

    Hope this helps...
    Sonny




     
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  11. Dec 30, 2012 at 10:50 AM
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    Ok so I don't plan to go any higher than 1.75 in the front and maybe an inch in the rear whichever method (tab/aal/block) so the one listed in the package for $299 is what I should need and that one isn't the one on b/o, correct?

    I'm only phone right now so it's hard to use the web site.

    Was going to wait to call to confirm when y'all open back up but may go ahead with the order online as long as I'm sure I'm ordering the right stuff.
     
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  12. Dec 30, 2012 at 12:14 PM
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    What is the difference between these two part #'s?
     
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  13. Jan 2, 2013 at 4:54 PM
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    Placed my order today. :headbang:
     
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  14. Jan 3, 2013 at 1:00 PM
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    with the 2 inch front leveling setup will i need to get an alignment
     
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  15. Jan 3, 2013 at 1:02 PM
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    Good afternoon,
    Yes always a good idea to have the alignment done when you change the vehicles ride height...


     
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  16. Jan 8, 2013 at 7:19 PM
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    Got mine today! :woot: Not sure when I'll get them done though. Fast shipping! And that is with UPS having adding an extra day due to their screw up.

    Can't wait!
     
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  17. Jan 8, 2013 at 8:28 PM
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    Are the front rear package for the second gens not available any more? All i see on the website is for 1st gen.
     
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  18. Jan 9, 2013 at 6:19 AM
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    Good morning,
    We consolidated the listings...
    http://downsouthmotorsports.com/i-1...de-height-adjustable-shocks-05-2013-pair.html
    You have the option to purchase just the fronts or you can purchase the fronts and rears in this one option..
    Let us know if you have any questions..
    Thank you,
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  19. Jan 9, 2013 at 3:19 PM
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  20. Jan 11, 2013 at 7:11 AM
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    Thanks. One more question, When going with a 2in AAl which rears should be used the ones for 0-1.5" or 3"-4"?
     
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